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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. With whom did Henry Todd have an agreement for oxygen?
(a) Lincare.
(b) Praxair.
(c) H2O.
(d) Poisk.

2. What was Dale Kruse's profession?
(a) Doctor.
(b) Dentist.
(c) Psychiatrist.
(d) Lawyer.

3. What was a typical meal on the mountain?
(a) Eggs, sausage, and potatoes.
(b) Steak, potatoes, and toast.
(c) Rice, lentils, soup, and vegetables.
(d) Pasta, meatballs, and garlic bread.

4. What was the date at the beginning of Chapter 5, The Trail to Everest?
(a) March 20.
(b) March 15.
(c) March 13.
(d) March 22.

5. What was Boukreev's counter offer?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Twice his previous offer.
(c) Half of the previous offer.
(d) $500 more.

Short Answer Questions

1. What in flight convenience did Boukreev and Ngima have on their flight to Everest?

2. Why was Fischer eager to have Krakauer?

3. How was Sandy Hill Pittman described?

4. Who was Bourkreev originally going to work with?

5. Who sponsored Sandy Hill?

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